7P MDM vs Rippling IT

7P MDM

Strengths

• +Intuitive interface and ease of use for device management
• +Strong encryption via private keys and app wrapping for security compliance
• +Reliable protection against data abuse and corporate espionage
• +Advanced analytics on device usage, app performance, and security incidents
• +Effective remote management features, including remote wipe and app deployment
• +Compliance with European data protection standards (GDPR)
• +Custom-fit solutions for enterprise mobility and IT security

Limitations

• −Moderate pricing (5/10) with no free version or trial, limiting accessibility
• −Onboarding could be more streamlined or automated for smoother adoption
• −Basic plans have user/device limits, restricting scalability for larger organizations

Rippling IT

Strengths

• +Unifies HR, IT, and finance in one platform
• +Strong automation capabilities for workflows
• +Scalable for growing businesses

Limitations

• −Complex setup for large organizations
• −Limited transparency on sub-processors
• −Custom pricing may be costly

7P MDM

Device Management & Enrollment

Centralized management of smartphones, tablets, and laptops (iOS, Android, macOS), Automated device enrollment via Apple ADE, Android Zero-Touch, and Samsung Knox, Support for BYOD, COPE, kiosk, and shared device models, Dual-SIM and eSIM support

Application Management

Central distribution, configuration, and OTA updates of company apps, Enterprise App Store for company apps alongside public app stores, App whitelisting and blacklisting, Native containerization to separate business and private data

Content & Data Management

Secure access to company data with role-based access control, Integration with Active Directory and other user management systems, VPN support (always-on, per-app, conditional access), GDPR-compliant workflows for data protection

Security & Compliance

Compliance with GDPR, BSI minimum requirements, KRITIS, NIS2, and ISO standards, Mobile Threat Defence (MTD) powered by Pradeo for real-time protection, Integration with SIEM and SOAR systems for security event correlation, Certificate management and policy compliance monitoring

Integration & Extensibility

API-based integration with Active Directory and other IT systems, Support for manufacturer-specific features (Android Enterprise, Apple Business Manager, Samsung Knox), Add-ons for security solutions (IKARUS, Check Point Harmony, SecurePIM), Support for Microsoft Conditional Access and Teamwire for GDPR-compliant communication

Rippling IT

Core IT Management

Device provisioning and lifecycle management, Software deployment and updates, User access and permissions control, Inventory tracking

HR & Workforce Tools

Employee onboarding and offboarding, Time and attendance tracking, Payroll processing, Benefits administration

Security & Compliance

Multi-factor authentication (MFA), Single sign-on (SSO), Role-based access control (RBAC), Compliance reporting